Section 31
Jurisdiction to try offences.
The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958
About this Act
An Act to provide for the preservation of ancient and historical monuments and archaeological sites and remains of national importance, for the regulation of archaeological excavations and for the protection of sculptures, carvings and other like objects.
No court inferior to that of a presidency magistrate or a
magistrate of the first class shall try any offence under this Act.